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Reading Group Choices 2025 Book Gift Guide

December 10, 2025 Bookmark, Themed Book Lists

Looking for the perfect gift for the readers in your life? We’ve gathered a curated selection of standout titles we featured on Reading Group Choices throughout the year.

These are books that sparked conversations, lingered in our minds, and captured the hearts of book clubs everywhere. Whether you’re shopping for a friend, a family member, or treating yourself to a new favorite, this book-themed gift guide offers thoughtful picks for every kind of reader. Let the browsing begin!

For the Art Lovers

One of our recommended books is Mona's Eyes by Thomas SchlesserOne of our recommended books is The Club by Jennifer Dasal

1. Mona’s Eyes
by Thomas Schlesser

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The November Spotlight Group Is…

November 01, 2025 Bookmark, Spotlight Book Groups

November 2025 Spotlight: Reading Between the Wines!

Our November 2025 Spotlight Group has been meeting for 13 years!

Our book club, Reading Between the Wines, formed in September 2007 in Upstate NY and has been going strong ever since. Many of the current members have been with us from the beginning, so we have become a close knit group over the years. We meet in person once a month, at a member’s house, or at a local restaurant. We try to theme the food to the book whenever we can. Sometimes we even write our own book club discussion questions.

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Revisiting Author Conversations

October 31, 2025 Bookmark

During the pandemic, when book clubs and readers everywhere found new ways to connect, Reading Group Choices hosted a series of live virtual conversations with some of today’s most engaging authors. These thoughtful talks originally streamed on Facebook Live, bringing readers together from around the world at a time when stories offered much-needed connection and escape.

Now, we’re excited to reopen the archives and share these conversations once again! Over the coming weeks, we’ll be featuring select author videos here on the Reading Group Choices blog. Whether you’re discovering these interviews for the first time or revisiting them with fresh eyes,

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The August Spotlight Group Is…

August 01, 2025 Bookmark, Spotlight Book Groups

August 2025 Spotlight: From San Diego!

Our August 2025 Spotlight Group has been meeting for 25 years!

Our group has been meeting for twenty five years now but only two of us are original members. We currently have ten members.  We meet monthly to discuss our books, mostly fiction, chosen from membership recommendations.  We alternate “leading” the group which means finding information about the author and reviews of the book.  The leader also brings snacks, often appropriate to the book.  When we discussed The Women, by Kristen Hannah,

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Reese’s Book Club Launches New Podcast “Bookmarked” and Here’s Why We’re Tuning In

July 08, 2025 Bookmark

Reese’s Book Club is turning the page on a new kind of storytelling with the launch of Bookmarked, a podcast that promises to bring the club’s signature blend of heartfelt stories and cultural buzz to your headphones.

Each week, Bookmarked brings together authors, celebrities, tastemakers, and influencers to share stories that transcend the page. Whether you’re here for the literary deep dives or just want a cozy chat about the books (and characters) we can’t stop thinking about, this podcast has something for every kind of reader.

The first episode is already live and sets the tone with major “can’t put it down” energy.

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A Cozy New Chapter: Ink & Ivy Book Boutique Brings Heart and Home to Madison’s Regent Street

June 09, 2025 Book Group Store Tour, Bookmark

Nestled on Regent Street in Madison, Wisconsin, Ink & Ivy Book Boutique is more than just a bookstore – it’s a love letter to the power of community, creativity, and connection. Founded by mother-daughter duo Eden Olivia and Shannon Marie, this thoughtfully curated space invites visitors to slow down, get inspired, and feel at home.

At its heart, Ink & Ivy is built on shared passions: a deep love for reading, an eye for beautiful gifts, and a desire to create a warm, welcoming gathering place. Every detail of the boutique reflects this mission –

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